The Difference Between 600 Shots at a Gangnam Station Thermage Skin Clinic

[Lee Yudeuk, Dermatology Specialist]

Hello,

A place that creates a comfortable face rather than drastic change.

This is Lee Jam Dermatology.

Today, we’d like to talk about a topic that people preparing for a Thermage consultation ask about especially often: the number of Thermage shots. If you do a quick search online, you’ll often see numbers like 400 shots, 600 shots, and 800 shots, and many people wonder whether higher numbers are always better, or whether the appropriate number of shots depends on the condition of the skin.

By the time you finish reading this post, we hope it will help clear up misconceptions about shot counts and give you practical guidance for judging the treatment direction that suits you best.

Thermage,

A radiofrequency treatment that drives change deep within the skin

Thermage is a lifting treatment that delivers radiofrequency

(RF, Radio Frequency) energy

deep into the skin

to help activate collagen.

Rather than directly applying heat to the skin surface like a laser,

it works by delivering thermal energy

to the dermis and subcutaneous tissue,

contracting existing collagen and

helping new collagen form.

It may be easier to understand if you

think of the skin as a single net.

Over time, a net becomes loose and

sags downward, and applying a certain

thermal stimulus helps tighten it again

and supports a denser recovery.

Among those who visit a Gangnam Station Thermage skin clinic,

many have concerns such as sagging around the eyes or cheeks,

a double chin, or nasolabial folds,

and energy is delivered more intensely to

these areas so that positive changes can be

experienced from within the skin.

600 shots are not automatically better than 400 shots

In Thermage, a “shot” refers to

a single application of radiofrequency energy.

So 600 shots means that the energy

is delivered 600 times in total.

At first glance, it may seem that the more shots there are,

the more energy is applied over a wider area,

and the greater the change will be.

However, an important point here is this.

The changes you can expect from Thermage

depend not simply on whether the shot count is high or low,

but on the fact that the appropriate energy and shot count

vary depending on the visitor’s skin condition,

face size, degree of sagging,

and the areas that need treatment.

If someone has relatively thin skin and still has

some elasticity left, applying too many

shots may create more stimulation than necessary.

Conversely, if extensive lifting is needed or

the face is larger, 600 shots or more may

be more appropriate.

In the end, the difference between 600 shots and 400 shots

is not a matter of “more or less,”

but a matter of “how suitable it is for each person’s skin.”

A customized diagnosis based on skin condition comes first

The number of shots is not just a simple number,

but reflects the total amount of energy

that each person’s skin needs.

Only after comprehensively assessing skin thickness,

degree of elasticity, distribution of sagging,

and the treatment area can the most appropriate

number of shots be determined.

Too much energy can become

unnecessary stimulation, and too little energy

may make it difficult to expect the changes you want.

At a Gangnam Station Thermage skin clinic,

we carefully examine each visitor’s skin condition

through thorough consultation and skin diagnosis,

then establish a treatment plan.

What matters most is identifying the approach

that fits your own skin, rather than focusing on the number.

How is the treatment carried out?

Before treatment, a thorough consultation

and skin diagnosis are performed first.

After comprehensively checking which areas of the face have more sagging,

how thick the skin is,

and whether there is any prior treatment history,

the energy level and shot count are determined.

The treatment is performed by placing a handpiece

with a special tip in close contact with the skin

to deliver radiofrequency energy.

During treatment, you may feel heat and a slight stinging sensation,

and a numbing cream may be applied if needed.

For the whole face, it often takes about 30 minutes to

1 hour, and in some cases, washing the face and

returning to daily life are possible the same day.

Changes appear gradually after treatment, and because the

collagen activation process takes place,

they may be noticed over the course of weeks to months.

The duration may vary depending on an individual’s skin condition

and lifestyle habits.

How to maintain the changes for a long time after treatment

Post-treatment care has a major effect on how

long the changes are maintained and how well they are preserved.

For about one week after treatment, it is best to avoid activities that rapidly raise body temperature,

such as saunas, jjimjilbang, and strenuous exercise.

This is because if excessive heat stimulation is added while the skin is recovering,

temporary swelling or redness may last longer.

Sun protection is also very important.

Apply sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher carefully,

and when going बाहर, it is good to use a wide-brimmed hat or a parasol as well.

Adequate hydration and moisturizing care can also help support the collagen activation process.

It is important to keep the skin surface sufficiently moisturized.

Excessive drinking and smoking may interfere with collagen synthesis,

so we recommend refraining as much as possible.

At a Gangnam Station Thermage skin clinic,

we also provide these care guidelines carefully after treatment.

A steady companion on the path to a comfortable face

Thermage is a treatment that can bring positive changes

to many people’s skin concerns.

To experience those changes properly,

rather than becoming fixated on the number of shots,

it is most important to understand the energy and range

that suit your own skin condition.

Skin care is not something where everything changes

after just one treatment,

but a process of gradual improvement through steady attention and care.

Rather than chasing drastic change,

preserving and maintaining the natural beauty of your own face—

that is the direction Lee Jam Dermatology aims for.

Every skin is different,

and every person wants different results.

At a Gangnam Station Thermage skin clinic,

rather than one-size-fits-all prescriptions,

we will continue to provide honest and careful care

that suits each visitor’s skin.

We send warm regards to everyone who read this post

while carrying skin concerns with them.

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